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Library Policies 

Book Checkout & Loan Periods
  • Students may check out library books for up to two weeks.
  • There are no late fines, but students must return overdue items before checking out new ones.
  • Books may be renewed at any time as long as another student is not waiting for the title.
  • If a book is lost or damaged beyond repair, the replacement cost must be paid.
Checkout Limits by Grade
  • Kindergarten: 1 book (kept at school)
  • 1st Grade: 1 book (kept at school)
  • 2nd Grade: 2 books
  • 3rd Grade: 3 books
  • 4th Grade: 4 books
  • 5th Grade: 5 books

Library Services

Weekly Library Visits

All students visit the library once a week for a lesson, read-aloud, makerspace exploration, and a little extra book joy. These scheduled visits ensure every student has consistent access to high-quality library instruction and fresh books.
 

Teacher & Classroom Resources

Teachers may check out the following hands-on learning tools for classroom use:
  • Ozobots
  • BeeBots
  • Spheros
  • Stop-Motion Animation Kits
  • Legos
  • Keva Planks
  • iPads
  • Snap Circuits
Digital Resources Available in ClassLink
  • MackinVision – Search the University Place Elementary School library catalog.
  • Sora Digital Library – Access ebooks and audiobooks anytime.
  • myON – Unlimited ebook reading—no checkout required.
  • Alabama Virtual Library – Reliable, high-quality research resources free to all Alabama residents.
Library Access & Scheduling
UPES uses a fixed library schedule to encourage collaboration and student independence.
  • Open daily: 8:00 AM – 2:45 PM
  • To maintain a productive atmosphere, only one class at a time may use the library for scheduled visits
  • Teachers should reserve the library at least one week in advance for research lessons or class projects
Collaboration With Mrs. Massey
Teachers are encouraged to collaborate and co-teach with the librarian to deepen student learning. Planning can take place during your prep time or by dropping in during open library hours.
 
Available support includes:
  • Research skills lessons
  • Print & digital reference resources
  • Technology integration
  • Citation and plagiarism avoidance
  • Summarizing and note-taking strategies
  • Materials pulled for classroom instruction
  • Small-group research support